2001 Subaru HM-01 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru HM-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru HM-01 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (45 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru HM-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Subaru HM-01. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Subaru HM-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (57 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru HM-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru HM-01 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Subaru | Porsche |
| Model | HM-01 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2920 mm |
